Stockholm, October 2, 2024 – Storify Literary Agency is proud and delighted to announce that a major international deal has been signed for acclaimed Swedish author Lovisa Wistrand. The four books in her The Dragon Whispererseries have been acquired by the prominent American publisher Grey Eagle Publications, which specializes in the romantasy genre. The deal includes publication in the USA, France, Germany, and Italy, covering all formats: print, e-book, and audiobook.
This is a milestone in Lovisa's career and opens the doors to a global audience. The author, who has taken the Swedish book market by storm with over 600,000 copies sold of all her titles, is thrilled about this enormous opportunity.
"It’s a dream come true. To have my books published internationally and reach readers all over the world is something I've always dreamed of. I can hardly wait to see The Dragon Whisperer find new fans in several countries," says an enthusiastic Lovisa Wistrand.
Grey Eagle Publications, which has had several titles on the New York Times bestseller list over the years, is excited about its venture with The Dragon Whisperer.
"We are convinced that Lovisa's books will be a huge success in all of our markets. Her storytelling truly captivates readers. The rich world she has created in The Dragon Whisperer pulls readers into the story, and we look forward to launching the series," says Anna Zaires, CEO of Grey Eagle Publications.
This deal is not only a major success for Lovisa Wistrand but also for Storify Literary Agency, which strategically works to elevate Swedish authors to international success. The agreement with Grey Eagle Publications highlights the agency's ability to establish its authors in the world's largest literary markets.
"We are incredibly proud that it is Grey Eagle that has chosen to invest in The Dragon Whisperer. Their success with major names like Anna Zaires shows that they have a unique ability to create global bestsellers, and we are confident that Lovisa will follow the same successful path. The series fits them like a glove," says Renée Ripman, Head of Agency at Storify Literary Agency. "The fact that the books will also be available in English, French, German, and Italian is a fantastic bonus that gives Lovisa’s work broad international reach."
With this deal, Lovisa Wistrand cements her position as one of Sweden's leading romantasy authors.
For more information, please contact:
Renée Ripman
Head of Agency, Storify Literary Agency
Email: renee@storifypublishing.se
Phone: +46(0)70 401 95 98